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WMU garners more than $1.6 million in grants in months of April, May

News

… WMU garners more than $1.6 million in grants in months of April, May Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—Western Michigan University passed the $1.6 million mark in externally funded awards in April … total above $21 million since the start of the 2015-16 fiscal year, WMU trustees learned at their June 29 …

https://wmich.edu/news/2016/07/33493

Frequently Asked Questions

Digital Accessibility

… Frequently Asked Questions General questions Visit the Digital Accessibility site to learn more about best practices and available resources. What tools are available for checking accessibility? Western Michigan …

https://wmich.edu/digital-accessibility/faqs

How to Help a Friend

Health Promotion and Education

… If you're concerned about someone's substance use, here are a few things to consider. What to look for: Are they drinking or using regularly? How much are they …

https://wmich.edu/healthpromotion/programs/alcohol-risk/how-help-friend

Ackley/Shilling Hall (Valley 1)

Housing and Residence Life

… 1) Ackley/Shilling (Valley 1) Ackley/Shilling residents are excited to engage on campus and hang out with their neighbors. Staff strive to build inclusive communities … inch Furniture provided For furniture provided, click here. What about the bathroom? One shower and toilet partitioned …

https://wmich.edu/housing/ackley-shilling

‘It’s not just a set of skills, but an identity’: Professor researches bilingualism at elementary

College of Arts and Sciences

… elementary, El Sol, use English and Spanish throughout their school day. The school offers a unique opportunity for … and science in Spanish. Starting with kindergarteners who are now in second grade, she attended their classes, recess … in English, however, that indicates that they understood what the teacher was asking. Those who speak Spanish at home …

https://wmich.edu/arts-sciences/news-spanish-wirtz

WMU professors developing prototype to give doctors extra level of protection against COVID-19

News

… demonstrates how his aerosol box is used. KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The number of confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in … up with some sort of solution that will protect health care providers who don't have enough protection," says … personnel are more valuable to us than ever. We have to do whatever it takes (to help them)—the sooner, the better." …

https://wmich.edu/news/2020/04/58767

Section of Ring Road South closed to through traffic due to emergency roadwork

News

… Section of Ring Road South closed to through traffic due to … traffic between Western Avenue and Oliver Street until further notice while crews investigate and work to repair a sink hole in the area. Residents and others who have destinations along that …

https://wmich.edu/news/2021/08/65017

Libraries awards 10 grants to reduce students' out-of-pocket textbook costs

University Libraries

… costs Submitted by Sara Volmering on KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Western MIchigan University Libraries awarded eight Open … creation grants to WMU instructors in May 2022. The grants are anticipated to save students in 11 courses more than … have saved over $1.1 million in estimated textbook costs in 50 classes using an OER since the adoption grant launched in …

https://wmich.edu/news/2022/05/68028

All Life is Learning - January 2026

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WMU

… Director's Note Director's Note Happy New Year! As we prepare for a new semester, here are some friendly reminders: … January 14 at 10 a.m. This could be a super busy time as the phones are ringing, and we are working feverishly to … Lisa Fuller, will pull back the curtain on identity theft—what it looks like today, how it targets older adults, and …

https://wmich.edu/olli/newsletter/january-2026

Spring Orientation

Student Transitions

… students starting classes in January 2027. Spring callout   Are you a new summer or fall 2026 student? Spring … for new beginner and transfer students starting at WMU in the spring 2027 semester .  For summer and fall 2026 … tour and meet with your academic advisor. A fee of $125  will appear on your tuition invoice once you attend. This …

https://wmich.edu/transitions/orientation/spring